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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or Renault Master Bus?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • only slightly more power
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Renault Master Bus

  • slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Sprinter Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Master Bus is slightly cheaper – starting at 36,600 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,796 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Master Bus uses 8.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mercedes Sprinter Bus with 9.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Master Bus

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus offers only slightly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Master Bus is barely faster – reaching 165 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus tops out at 159 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers somewhat more torque with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Master Bus is very slightly lighter – 2,189 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 167 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries only slightly more – 1,254 kg compared to 1,144 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Master Bus holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £36,600
Master Bus

Renault Master Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 135 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Mercedes Sprinter Bus
Renault Master Bus

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

The Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.

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Renault Master Bus

The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus
Renault Master Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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